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Medical Expenses Retirees (and Others) Can Deduct on Their Taxes
Medical Expenses Retirees (and Others) Can Deduct on Their Taxes
The list of medical deductions is broad and includes items such as expenses for service animals and the cost of long-term care.
April 14, 2021
20 Ways to Save on Health Care
20 Ways to Save on Health Care
From maximizing insurance benefits to shopping for discounts to funding tax-advantaged accounts, these tips will lower your costs no matter how you ge…
March 31, 2021
Deduct Expenses for Long-Term Care on Your Tax Return
Deduct Expenses for Long-Term Care on Your Tax Return
The IRS allows some limited tax breaks on medical expenses and insurance premiums related to long-term care.
March 23, 2021
What the Democrats' Agenda Will Mean for Your Pocketbook
What the Democrats' Agenda Will Mean for Your Pocketbook
With President Joe Biden in the White House and a narrow Democratic majority in the Senate and House of Representatives, Democrats have a clearer path…
January 30, 2021
12 Ways the Biden Stimulus Package Could Put (or Keep) Money in Your Pocket
12 Ways the Biden Stimulus Package Could Put (or Keep) Money in Your Pocket
President Biden's "American Rescue Plan" includes several proposals to assist people financially harmed by the pandemic.
January 20, 2021
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12 Ways the Biden Stimulus Package Could Put (or Keep) Money in Your Pocket
12 Ways the Biden Stimulus Package Could Put (or Keep) Money in Your Pocket
President-elect Biden's "American Rescue Plan" includes several proposals to assist people financially harmed by the pandemic.
January 15, 2021
What You'll Pay for Medicare in 2021
What You'll Pay for Medicare in 2021
For Medicare premiums 2021, look for modest increases in premiums and out-of-pocket costs.
December 16, 2020
Making Wise Choices During Open Enrollment
Making Wise Choices During Open Enrollment
Contributing Editor Lisa Gerstner runs through the new variables of the 2020 open enrollment season. Also, hosts Sandy Block and David Muhlbaum talk a…
November 17, 2020
What the New President Means for Your Money
What the New President Means for Your Money
President-Elect Biden wants more consumer protections and perks for the middle class and seniors.
November 17, 2020
Big Changes Likely for Social Security, Medicare Under a Biden Presidency
Big Changes Likely for Social Security, Medicare Under a Biden Presidency
The new president and a fresh Congress will sooner or later have to face the twin safety net programs, both sorely in need of help.
November 10, 2020
5 HSA Benefits You Might Not Know About
5 HSA Benefits You Might Not Know About
Health savings accounts are an often-misunderstood and overlooked opportunity for American workers. Here’s why they are worth a close look during this…
November 7, 2020
What Happens to Medicare If the Affordable Care Act Is Overturned?
What Happens to Medicare If the Affordable Care Act Is Overturned?
Experts say if the ACA is repealed or rescinded "it would be devastating for Medicare." Here's what might happen -- and how it could be costly for you…
November 4, 2020
HSA Contribution Limits and Other Requirements
HSA Contribution Limits and Other Requirements
Annually adjusted contribution limits, health plan minimum deductibles, and limits on out-of-pocket medical expenses must be met if you're covering he…
October 29, 2020
Insurers Cut Telehealth Benefits
Insurers Cut Telehealth Benefits
UnitedHealthGroup and Anthem customers were set to face out-of-pocket charges on certain telehealth visits starting October 1.
October 19, 2020
11 Costly Medicare Mistakes You Should Avoid Making
11 Costly Medicare Mistakes You Should Avoid Making
If you don't make the right choices to fill in the health coverage gaps, you could end up with high Medicare premiums and big out-of-pocket costs.
October 1, 2020
Your Guide to Open Enrollment
Your Guide to Open Enrollment
Your options may look a little different this fall. Meanwhile, the cost of coverage continues to climb.
October 1, 2020
How to Pick the Right Medicare Plans for You
How to Pick the Right Medicare Plans for You
As you're signing up for Medicare, you must learn the basics of Medicare Part A, Part B, Part D, medigap plans, Medicare Advantage plans and even doug…
September 30, 2020
Trump Promises $200 Prescription Drug Card for Seniors
Trump Promises $200 Prescription Drug Card for Seniors
Medicare beneficiaries will soon receive a debit card in the mail that they can use to pay for prescription drugs.
September 25, 2020
3 Tips to Help You Navigate Open Enrollment in Your ‘New Normal’
3 Tips to Help You Navigate Open Enrollment in Your ‘New Normal’
With all the changes going on in workplaces across the country since COVID-19, your insurance and benefits needs might have changed, too.
September 15, 2020
This Year’s Benefits Open Enrollment Period Is an Opportunity You Don’t Want to Miss
This Year’s Benefits Open Enrollment Period Is an Opportunity You Don’t Want to Miss
Plan ahead to do a deep dive into the benefits your employer offers. Given what we’ve been through so far in 2020, you may need them!
September 9, 2020
Retiree Health Care Costs Are Rising
Retiree Health Care Costs Are Rising
Factors driving the increase include longer life spans, health care inflation and health bills for those who retire before they’re eligible for Medica…
August 18, 2020
12 Tax Deadlines for July 15 (It's Not Just the Due Date for Your Tax Return)
12 Tax Deadlines for July 15 (It's Not Just the Due Date for Your Tax Return)
Between due dates for paying estimated taxes, IRA or HSA contributions, and other deadlines, there's more to do by July 15 than just filing your feder…
July 14, 2020
HSAs Get Even Better
HSAs Get Even Better
A health savings account is a powerful, tax-advantaged tool to cover out-of-pocket medical expenses and a smart way to save for medical expenses in re…
July 3, 2020
Pass Along Life Lessons With an Ethical Will
Pass Along Life Lessons With an Ethical Will
Create a legacy letter to communicate values, experiences and life lessons to your family.
June 9, 2020
Finding Affordable Health Care Now
Finding Affordable Health Care Now
The pandemic has caused millions of people to lose their jobs — and their health coverage. Here’s a guide to finding affordable insurance.
June 4, 2020